Maine Educational Center for the Deaf Governor Baxter School for the Deaf

10/22/2025

Come dance with us! :) The new dates and times coincide with Lewiston early release days so more students can participate! :)

DEAFinitely Dance Workshop Registration closes 11/19
https://forms.gle/yyDpNeEP7eo4c13d8

10/22/2025

Have you ever wondered about your rights when going to a medical appointment with your Deaf or hard of hearing child?
Check out this workshop that will teach caregivers and families about healthcare patient rights to interpretations and accommodations!

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7uartAOj0u-tG-bQ_KmxSbyu2sJAPS7RRxMT7x8hBbDc5aQ/viewform

10/22/2025

JUST ONE MORE WEEK until our Gateway dedication event!!! Join us on Wednesday October 29th as we host a dedication for the new gateway and a time capsule event. EVERYONE is welcome!!! See video for more information.
https://youtu.be/50pjnk5bXYI

Video Transcript:

Over the past year, there have been many changes at MECDHH/GBSD. One the most exciting is a brand new stone gateway to the school!
The gateway is a large and impressive structure that helps differentiate between the State Park and the MECDHH/GBSD campus. A special message for the Deaf Community is on the structure. One that will be revealed at our upcoming dedication ceremony on October 29th. We will also be sealing a time capsule and inserting it into the ground for future generations to open in 35 years.

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 10am for this event. After we finish, there will be time to socialize in the Pavillion with refreshments. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move the event to the next day, October 30th at 10am.
See you there!

ASL message about the upcoming MECDHH/GBSD Gateway Dedication and Time Capsule Event on 10/29/25 at 10:00 AM.

10/21/2025

We are so excited to announce another amazing opportunity for students in grades 4-8 to attend The Ecology School in S**o.
This event will take place November 3rd-5th.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdW--aibKVtemK-UvaaLpZnhFC718pSmYzopp4gIQ87XWzrcg/viewform

10/21/2025

Next week, on Wednesday October 29th, MECDHH/GBSD is hosting a dedication for the new gateway and a time capsule event. EVERYONE is welcome!!! See video for more information.
https://youtu.be/50pjnk5bXYI

Video Transcript:

Over the past year, there have been many changes at MECDHH/GBSD. One the most exciting is a brand new stone gateway to the school!
The gateway is a large and impressive structure that helps differentiate between the State Park and the MECDHH/GBSD campus. A special message for the Deaf Community is on the structure. One that will be revealed at our upcoming dedication ceremony on October 29th. We will also be sealing a time capsule and inserting it into the ground for future generations to open in 35 years.

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 10am for this event. After we finish, there will be time to socialize in the Pavillion with refreshments. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move the event to the next day, October 30th at 10am.
See you there!

ASL message about the upcoming MECDHH/GBSD Gateway Dedication and Time Capsule Event on 10/29/25 at 10:00 AM.

10/21/2025

Here are some pictures from our Cumberland PoP (Power of Peers) from Thursday last week.

One of our activities was “Where the Wind Blows” and one student came up with their phrase of choice to get students up and moving, “Where the wind blows… for everyone who loves PoP!”

We knew right then and there that we were off to a great start! 😊🤟🏼

10/20/2025

Next week, on Wednesday October 29th, MECDHH/GBSD is hosting a dedication for the new gateway and a time capsule event. EVERYONE is welcome!!! See video for more information.

Video Transcript:

Over the past year, there have been many changes at MECDHH/GBSD. One the most exciting is a brand new stone gateway to the school!
The gateway is a large and impressive structure that helps differentiate between the State Park and the MECDHH/GBSD campus. A special message for the Deaf Community is on the structure. One that will be revealed at our upcoming dedication ceremony on October 29th. We will also be sealing a time capsule and inserting it into the ground for future generations to open in 35 years.

Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 10am for this event. After we finish, there will be time to socialize in the Pavillion with refreshments. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move the event to the next day, October 30th at 10am.
See you there!

ASL message about the upcoming MECDHH/GBSD Gateway Dedication and Time Capsule Event on 10/29/25 at 10:00 AM.

10/20/2025

This event is TODAY!
Do you know someone who is DeafBlind or Deaf/HH with low vision between the ages of 15-22? If so, here is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others across the country on Zoom!
Video Link:
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/ /FMfcgzQcqHQSZKtCssWLrKKXXrXMgKsz?projector=1

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3WC6ZRRmHY5U-gZWug2hNGvRrU1JUEltMwFaHxzgp0FUOlQ/viewform

Image Description:
Top: DeafBlind Youth Council
on right:
Topic: who are your people
WHO: Ages 15-22, DeafBlind, Deaf or HH with Low Vision
WHERE: ZOOM with ASL
WHEN: OCT 20th
TIME: 11AM-12PM EST
*Every DB participant receives $10
*Meet DB youth & mentors from all over the US
If any questions or concerns,
Email: abedoya@deafinitelyinc.com
on left: Sponsored by DEAFinitely, Inc & Deaf Organization Fund
A pic shows two men talking in Tactile asl, one of them is deafblind with hat and cane, his show says keep out of my way! with a hand over another white man's hand to communicate, is sight and deaf with green long sleeves and brown hair.

10/19/2025

It was a gorgeous fall day at our Pop Up Playgroup at the Rocky Ridge Orchard yesterday! ☀️🍁

We enjoyed apple cider donuts and treats, explored the pumpkins, watched the farm tractor at work, and we concluded with a bilingual storytime! 🎃🍎

Did you miss it? Don’t worry! We have a new Pop Up Playgroup event every month! Check the flyer in the pictures for information on upcoming events! 😊

10/19/2025

This event is TOMORROW!
Do you know someone who is DeafBlind or Deaf/HH with low vision between the ages of 15-22? If so, here is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others across the country on Zoom!
Video Link:
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/ /FMfcgzQcqHQSZKtCssWLrKKXXrXMgKsz?projector=1

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3WC6ZRRmHY5U-gZWug2hNGvRrU1JUEltMwFaHxzgp0FUOlQ/viewform

Image Description:
Top: DeafBlind Youth Council
on right:
Topic: who are your people
WHO: Ages 15-22, DeafBlind, Deaf or HH with Low Vision
WHERE: ZOOM with ASL
WHEN: OCT 20th
TIME: 11AM-12PM EST
*Every DB participant receives $10
*Meet DB youth & mentors from all over the US
If any questions or concerns,
Email: abedoya@deafinitelyinc.com
on left: Sponsored by DEAFinitely, Inc & Deaf Organization Fund
A pic shows two men talking in Tactile asl, one of them is deafblind with hat and cane, his show says keep out of my way! with a hand over another white man's hand to communicate, is sight and deaf with green long sleeves and brown hair.